For the first time in over a year and 205 episodes (or since Donald Trump was voted out of office), Stephen Colbert will tape The Late Show in front of a live full studio audience on June 14th.
“Over the last 437 days, my staff and crew (and family!) have amazed me with their professionalism and creativity as we made shows for an audience we couldn’t see or hear,” said Colbert. “I look forward to once again doing shows for an audience I can smell and touch.”
Anyone who wants to see the CBS talk show in person will have to have show proof of vaccination in order to be admitted. Masks are optional. What is not optional for the show’s crew is they will still be required to get tested and screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms.
As of now, he will be the first late night host to do this. And I am sure the rest will follow.
Happy Flag Day, Stephen Colbert!
